Photo Credit: Richard Benton]]>http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/CTS_722x406_English.jpgNBC Owned Television Stations and Telemundo are teaming up Aug. 19, 2017 to host the third annual Clear the Shelters event, a nationwide pet adoption initiative that aims to find loving homes for animals... This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Thu, 17 Aug 2017 07:49:51 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Green-Flash-Brewing-Cheers-Instagram.jpgSan Diego-based Green Flash Brewing Co. plans to expand into Nebraska, with a Lincoln production facility and tasting room set to open by the end of this year.

Photo Credit: Green Flash Brewing Co./Instagram This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Thu, 17 Aug 2017 10:22:54 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Total-Solar-Eclipse-NBCGfx.jpgAll eyes will be on the sky Monday across the United States during the highly-anticipated total solar eclipse and, in San Diego, there are plenty of places where you can safely watch the rare astronomical...

Photo Credit: NBC This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Tue, 15 Aug 2017 11:08:38 -0700Visitor and Interpretive Center located at One Father Junipero Serra Trail, where you’ll find a wealth of information about Mission Trails and the people who once lived on this land. The center includes information on the park’s history, plants and animal, and tips on destinations and activities throughout the park. It’s also a nice place to take a little break after a hike. The Visitor and Interpretive Center is open daily, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day). It also boasts a 94-seat theater with several shows running daily – from slide shows depicting the natural beauty of Mission Trails to a video presentation detailing the history and recreational opportunities offered at the park. Admission is free.]]>Visitor and Interpretive Center located at One Father Junipero Serra Trail, where you’ll find a wealth of information about Mission Trails and the people who once lived on this land. The center includes information on the park’s history, plants and animal, and tips on destinations and activities throughout the park. It’s also a nice place to take a little break after a hike. The Visitor and Interpretive Center is open daily, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day). It also boasts a 94-seat theater with several shows running daily – from slide shows depicting the natural beauty of Mission Trails to a video presentation detailing the history and recreational opportunities offered at the park. Admission is free.]]>http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/MTRP-Garske-Entrance.JPGYou don't need to spend a fortune to have fun in this city.

Photo Credit: Monica Garske]]>Wed, 16 Aug 2017 09:47:05 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/GettyImages-77541854.jpgNowadays, caring for your pet has never been easier and more enjoyable.
From finding a pet sitter and setting up play dates to handling medical emergencies and training your pet, there’s an app for...

Photo Credit: Chula Vista HarborFest/Facebook This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Thu, 17 Aug 2017 09:39:51 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Bergs-dog.jpgLiving in an apartment with your canine companion isn’t much different from living with a human roommate: They don't clean, they don’t pay for groceries and you're starting to suspect they don't even have...

Photo Credit: National Astronomical Observatory of Japan via Getty Images]]>Tue, 15 Aug 2017 12:46:13 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/2017+CTS+Collage+TopLine+2083x854%5B1%5D.jpgEvery summer, animal shelters and rescues are filled to the brim with new spring litters and homeless pets. Shelters run on all cylinders to match pets with new forever families.

Photo Credit: NBC Universal]]>Thu, 17 Aug 2017 08:57:06 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/1LK_3334_NYCDogs_WEB.jpgAshley and Cooper get a taste of the high life, New York style. From a five-star hotel exclusively for dogs to a puppy pool party in the Hamptons, it's clear that NYC really has gone to the dogs!]]>Sun, 13 Aug 2017 10:44:25 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/pspatio19329.jpgCall upon Mountain Station on Monday, Aug. 21 for a special program.

Photo Credit: 'Today' This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Fri, 11 Aug 2017 05:03:37 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Dogs-GettyImages-180680638.jpgThere are a million reasons why people love dogs. They make great companions, provide a slew of the health benefits and love unconditionally. Yet, there are lots of valid reasons why some people opt out...

Photo Credit: Getty Images This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Sat, 12 Aug 2017 14:07:02 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/SaltandStraw-Double-Vanilla.jpgIce cream enthusiasts, this might actually make you scream with glee: Portland’s beloved ice cream shop, Salt & Straw, is expanding to San Diego, with a scoop shop planned for Little Italy.

Photo Credit: Salt & Straw This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Fri, 11 Aug 2017 13:53:59 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Fung-Fung-Yuen.JPGEater San Diego shares the top stories of the week from San Diego’s food and drink scene including details on a new, large-scale Chinese restaurant in Mira Mesa specializing in dim sum, plus word on a Portland...

Photo Credit: Eater San Diego This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Tue, 15 Aug 2017 06:58:06 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/pikachuparade.jpgMore than 100 Pikachus, a character from the game Pokemon, paraded through the streets of Yokohama, Japan, on Aug. 14.]]>Sun, 13 Aug 2017 10:44:42 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/places-youll-find-along-pacific-coast-highway-tn.jpgBuilt more than 80 years ago to connect California's coastal towns, the Pacific Coast Highway hugs the edge of the Golden State as it passes through busy cities, beaches and abandoned relics of the past.

Photo Credit: Getty Images]]>Sun, 13 Aug 2017 09:21:37 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/hamlet-16-web+CROP.jpgGet a first look at The Old Globe's "Hamlet," the first time the iconic play has been staged in San Diego for years. The Shakespeare play is directed by Barry Edelstein. Even if you have not read "Hamlet"...

Photo Credit: Paul Nestor This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Thu, 10 Aug 2017 10:03:24 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Balboa-Park-Generic-Garske.jpgA superior court judge has ruled the San Diego City Council properly approved a project to improve pedestrian access within Balboa Park’s core – a plan that includes turning more roads into walkways and...

Photo Credit: Monica Garske]]>Thu, 10 Aug 2017 12:07:34 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/187*120/Guinness+World+Record+holders.jpgOver the course of Aug. 8-9, four San Diego jazz musicians joined forces to break the Guinness World Record for the most shows played within 24 hours.

Photo Credit: Ed Kornhauser]]>Fri, 11 Aug 2017 09:50:55 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/180*120/Rachel+Dratch+2007+Tribeca+Film+Festival+Bryan+Bedder.JPG"Chicago does not f around," the New York City-based comedian wrote on Twitter. "I received this parking ticket in the mail today. Look at date. It's from TWENTY years ago" This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Thu, 10 Aug 2017 15:03:04 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/applebees-sign.jpgThe parent company of Applebee’s restaurants told investors Thursday it plans to close between 105 and 135 locations.]]>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 07:27:08 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/generic+radio+microphone.jpg"Jeff and the Showgram" may be long gone from a local radio station’s morning lineup, but now listeners can hear another familiar voice on the airwaves, filling that time slot.

Photo Credit: Getty Images This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 18:05:04 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/8-9-17-TRYPTICH+Andrew+Samonsky+Bryce+Pinkham+Hannah+Elless+Old+Globe.jpgThe musical, based on the beloved 1993 offbeat romantic comedy, will open the Globe's 2017-2018 season on Sept. 7.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of The Old Globe]]>Thu, 10 Aug 2017 07:39:21 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/HendersonCanyonRd-SteveBier-Anza-BorregoFoundation.jpgThis year’s “banner bloom” at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park was one for the books and if you captured pretty pictures of Mother Nature at work, now is your chance to share them.

Photo Credit: Steve Bier/Anza-Borrego Foundation]]>Tue, 08 Aug 2017 13:08:04 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/che+cafe+rally+eviction.jpgAfter more than three years of protest and negotiation, UCSD’s renowned DIY music venue has officially been granted permission to stay on campus thanks to some unexpected help.

Photo Credit: Samantha Tatro]]>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 08:40:08 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/020414+seaworld+generic.jpgStill struggling with attendance issues, the parent company of SeaWorld San Diego reported a slight gain from a year ago in revenue for its second quarter ending June 30 but posted a net loss for both the second...

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Photo Credit: Francesco Scavullo/The Old Globe This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Wed, 09 Aug 2017 13:28:21 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/214*120/GettyImages-454008386.jpgOne of the most stressful parts of pet ownership is what to do with your four-legged companion when you travel. While some pet owners opt for boarding, others choose to bring their furry family members...

Photo Credit: Ashley Matthews]]>Thu, 10 Aug 2017 04:24:38 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/160*128/starbucksfrap0809.JPGFrom unicorns to horchata.
Starbucks announced Tuesday its new Horchata Almondmilk Frappuccino is now available in participating U.S. and Canada stores, in a move that is getting a mixed reception from...

Photo Credit: Starbucks ]]>Fri, 04 Aug 2017 12:51:54 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Salt-Whiskey-HortonGrand-Heartwork-Hill.jpgEater San Diego shares the top stories of the week from San Diego’s food and drinks scene, including a look inside the Horton Grand Hotel's refreshed eatery and bar and the scoop on a new chef-driven restaurant...

Photo Credit: Heartwork Hill This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Mon, 07 Aug 2017 16:35:31 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/stephen-king.jpgIn the market for a haunted house? The Orrington, Maine, home that inspired Stephen King's "Pet Sematary" is currently on sale for $255,000, 'Today' reported.
King came up with the idea for the novel in...

Photo Credit: Mario Tama/Getty Images, File]]>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 13:01:46 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Shuck-a-Thon-2014-crop.jpgSan Diego fishermen and women will roll up their sleeves and shuck some oysters next week for a charity event that will help get a new generation of anglers out into the water.

Photo Credit: Ironside Fish & Oyster This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Mon, 07 Aug 2017 16:31:34 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/moscow-mule-copper-mug.jpgDon't worry, Moscow Mule fans: Those solid cupper mugs often used to serve the popular alcoholic drink probably aren't going to kill you.
Contrary to reports last week that Iowa was banning copper mugs...

Photo Credit: Portland Press Herald via Getty Images (File)]]>Mon, 07 Aug 2017 14:03:28 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/obama+house+bhs.jpgIt looks like former President Barack Obama's one-time Park Slope brownstone has a buyer. The Brooklyn home on Second Street hit the market in late April for $4.295 million. It was listed by Brown Harris...

Photo Credit: OC Fair]]>Thu, 03 Aug 2017 19:52:10 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/library-generic.jpgNew self-check machines are available to patrons at all 36 public libraries citywide, according to the San Diego Public Library (SDPL).]]>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 08:13:02 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Latin-American-Festival-Bazaar-Del-Mundo-2.jpgLatin American folk artists will bring their masterpieces to Bazaar Del Mundo in Old Town San Diego this weekend for a colorful marketplace and cultural festival.

Photo Credit: Bazaar del Mundo This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Fri, 04 Aug 2017 13:30:33 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/BioLegend_Drive_In_View_rendering_t575.jpgSan Diego-based Biotech firm BioLegend Inc. has begun work on a new campus in Miramar, with an expected project cost of more than $100 million.

Photo Credit: Rendering courtesy of BioLegend Inc. This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Thu, 03 Aug 2017 20:36:18 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Old_Globe_Breathes_Fresh_Life_to_Classical_Musical.jpgThe leads from The Old Globe revival of Guys and Dolls talk about their time working on the show, what it takes to put it all together and the takeaway lessons. The musical plays through Aug. 13.]]>Thu, 03 Aug 2017 09:31:18 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/213*120/Coronado-Brewing-Co-Facebook-1.jpgFifteen local companies looking to get their goods and services into the hands of international customers have been selected to participate in MetroConnect, an export assistance program run by World Trade Center...

Photo Credit: Coronado Brewing Co. This story uses functionality that may not work in our app. Click here to open the story in your web browser.]]>Thu, 03 Aug 2017 07:00:08 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/214*120/Screen+Shot+2017-08-02+at+6.33.03+PM.pngLos Angeles artist Jonas Never painted a mural of the late Linkin Park singer Chester Bennington on the wall of a Sherman Oaks, California, pizzeria. Never, who has painted many murals around Los Angeles,...]]>Wed, 02 Aug 2017 14:47:06 -0700http://media.nbcsandiego.com/images/214*120/City_Assesses_State_of_Balboa_Park.jpgBalboa Park is in need of repairs and the City of San Diego will present a proposal to make millions of dollars-worth of fixes to the landmark – and other parks across the city.]]>